The Dawnfresh workforce comprises eight different nationalities and various cultural backgrounds, who were brought together to explore the importance of implementing an effective diversity policy.

The course was provided free to Dawnfresh workers during their scheduled shifts in 18 separate sessions, with paid time off from their employer.

Mr McMahon said: “I am very supportive of partnerships between trades unions and employers and am particularly delighted that such a well known company in my area has worked closely with the BFAWU in relation to workforce learning.